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Everyday People
Additional figures to add to your children’s collection
Why does it always seem like the best toys are usually lacking a few extra people? We searched high and low to find the best company to add to your children’s playdates.
Here are our top 3 picks:
playmobil
Making over 2 billion (and counting) figures since 1974, each of playmobil figures are made different but similar enough so children won’t have to re-learn how to play with them. Realistic features and hands made to hold accessories make playmobil’s people perfect for teeny little hands. www.playmobilusa.com
Plan Toys
A green toy company, Plan Toys creates beautiful toys from non-chemically treated rubberwood. Their doll sets are a perfect addition to any dollhouse and are created to help children understand the difference between individuals, which can help in preventing egocentrism. www.plantoys.com
Schleich
Creating realistic, naturalistic and get this, hand-painted figures (and animals) is what makes Schleich a fan favorite among our kids. Just the right size, these figures are created with the help of teachers, parents and children ensuring wonderful educational play. www.schleich-s.com
And, did you know… If extra people are not what you need, you can easily replace missing pieces to your kids favorite toys?
Here are some helpful sources:
Lego
Their super cool interactive Pick a Brick shop allows you to purchase individual bricks, elements and mini figurines to expand or replace your Lego sets. Should you need an exact replacement, fill out this online form.
Melissa & Doug
Although they do not have stock in actual replacement pieces, call their customer service department and if they have the piece you need lying around their office, they will gladly send it to you at no extra charge. How nice is that? (800) 718-5365. www.melissaanddoug.com
Mattel (Fisher-Price, Barbie etc.)
In the replacement parts section of their website, you can quickly search through their toy catalogue to replace say, that CD that came with their Little People Farm. www.store.mattel.com
Hasbro (Monopoly, Playskool, Play-doh etc.)
Through their online replacement parts order form you can easily purchase (for a nominal fee) things like a bag of houses for your Monopoly board. www.hasbro.com
Plan Toys
By emailing their customer service department here: info@plantoysinc.com they will send out replacement parts for any damaged missing or defective items.
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